About the Daytona Beach Police Foundation
Program Overview
The Daytona Beach Police Foundation (DBPF) was established in 2007 under the direction of former Police Chief, Mike Chitwood. The DBPF is a 501c3 organization, that raises money through donations and fundraisers throughout the year. The money that is raised is used to fund education and training opportunities and purchase equipment for Daytona Beach Police Officers that is not covered by the Police Department’s annual budget. Funds raised by DBPF do not replace municipal funding but rather supplement it to enhance public safety in the City of Daytona Beach.
Funds
DBPF does not replace municipal funding but only supplements it in an effort to develop and participate in approved activities, which are not covered in the department’s annual budget. To make a donation mail to:
Daytona Beach Police Foundation
P.O. Box 9063
Daytona Beach, FL 32120
For credit card payments, please donate below.
Private Resources
The private sector has a real stake in the success of the Daytona Beach Police Department and the safety of our city. The DBPF serves a vital role, connecting private investment dollars with effective public safety solutions. The Foundation is engaged in an effort to leverage private resources to fund high priority law enforcement needs. DBPF’s scholarship fund is a prime example of how the funds are being used.
Goals
In addition to the scholarship fund, some of the foundation’s other goals include:
- Supporting advance law enforcement training opportunities
- Supporting community crime prevention programs
- Assisting in research and development
- Provide funding for DNA testing
Board of Directors
Chairman – Amy Workowski
Vice Chairman – Jamie Rountree
Immediate Past Chair – Mary Bennett
Treasurer – Bud Ritchey
Secretary – Stephanie Pignataro
Nominating Committee Chair – Kevin Kilian
Directors:
Steve Beres
John Betros
Linda Bradley
Michael Burgess
Priscilla Chanfrau
Bob Davis
John Dolatowski
Kristen Hanson
Tad Jones
Suzy Kridner
Lisa Ryals
Edith Shelley
Domien Takx
Rose Ann Tornatore
Justin Webb
Barry Whitaker
Advisory Board:
Jakari E. Young
Chief of Police, DBPD
